Meet the Team

Dina

Hi my name is Dina and I am the Office Manager at Summit Family Dental Care!

I have worked at the same office through three generations of Dentist’s for a total of twenty-nine years. I started my career in dentistry as a dental assistant where I later transitioned into the front office.

I enjoy the close knit relationships I have developed with my co-workers and with so many of our patients over the years. I am blessed to work for such a genuinely caring office.

One of my biggest joys in life is spending time with my husband of over 40 years, my three children and 5 grandchildren. I am a strong woman of faith who enjoys spending time with my bible study group, reading and camping with my closest friends and loved ones.

Jenny

Hi my name is Jenny, I am an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant and Marketing Coordinator at Summit Family Dental Care! I was born and raised in Prineville Oregon for majority of my childhood, My family moved to Medford my Freshman year of high school and I attended South Medford, Go Panthers! After High School I immediately started school at Southern Oregon Dental Assistant Education where I earned my Expanded Functions Dental Assistant and Sealant certification and later was certified for Denture Soft Relines. I have always taken pride in my job, a healthy smile has always been of great importance to me and I love to pass that on to my patients. It is such a pleasure to work in this office with a close family of co-workers and great patients, I am serious when I say we have THE BEST PATIENTS EVER! My time outside the office is spent with my husband and our two amazing children! I enjoy sports and just about anything to do with the outdoors!

Ashley

Bio coming soon!

Rhonda

Hello my name is Rhonda and I’m the office receptionist. What I like most about working here is the warm, friendly and caring feel of the office and the staff. I have also really enjoyed getting to know all of our wonderful patients. I was born and raised in Medford and love living here. I married my high school sweetheart and have one daughter. I enjoy camping, traveling, snowmobiling and spending time with family and friends. =)

Jesenia

Hi my name is Jesenia and I was born and raised in Dayton Oregon. I Attended hygiene school at OIT in Klamath Falls and have lived in Medford for the last 5 years. Working as a hygienist is very rewarding in all aspects. However, I enjoy building relationships with all my patients and seeing the results both the patient and I can accomplish. Some of my hobbies include running, Crossfit and many other outdoor activities such as camping, rafting and hiking. My husband and I have a two year old son who we enjoy spending every minute with. We enjoy going to the park and playing outside on my days off.

Vanessa

Hi, my name is Vanessa. I’m excited to be part of an amazing office. I graduated from Oregon Institute of Technology in 2010 as a Registered Dental Hygienist and have been in the valley for 5 years. I truly enjoy what I do and the relationships I build with my patients.

Heather

Hi my name is Heather and I am one of the new Dental Hygienists at Summit Family Dental Care. I have been a hygienist for two years now and absolutely love what I do!! I grew up in Southern Oregon but moved away to attend college, and just recently moved back to the area to be closer to family. I received my Bachelors if Science degree from Oregon State University and then earned my Associates degree in Dental Hygiene from Mt. Hood. I have always had a passion for helping people and was finally able to find my niche in the dental world. When I’m not at work, you can find me hiking, camping, floating the river, and spending time with my family and my dog Mac.

Sabra

Hi, my name is Sabra Straw. I grew up in Prospect Oregon. As a child I was raised around horses, pigs and cattle. I was a 9 year 4-H member and was involved in FFA in high school. During the summer and fall seasons I had the opportunity to Junior Rodeo as well as be on the court for two years. in 2013 I got to represent the Wild Rogue Pro Rodeo as their Queen. After high school I left for Tennessee where I graduated from Remington College for Dental Assisting in 2011. I moved back to Oregon where I have been assisting for the past 4 years and love what I do.

Tiffani

Hi, my name is Tiffani and I am an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. I began this journey in 2016, just after graduating in 2015. I plan to continue to grow and develop in this field here at Summit. I’m a people person, and I really enjoy meeting new people and developing professional relationships with patients. So, I’m beyond excited to become apart of the family here at Summit. As far as my personal life goes, I come from a family of outdoorsmen, so hunting and fishing has always been a big part of my life. I look forward to meeting you!

Brandi

My name is Brandi and I’m happy to be part of the Summit Family Dental Care Team since 2017.

I was born and raised in Portland. I began my career as a dental assistant in 2005 after attending Concorde Career Institute; earning my EFDA, EODA and Sealant certifications. Working in the dental field has been very rewarding for many reasons. I enjoy learning and keeping up to date with modern dentistry. I love helping patients improve their smiles, educating patients on the importance of good oral hygiene and building relationships with each patient.

I moved to Medford in 2017 with my son to start a new chapter in our lives with my finace and his 2 daughters. I enjoy hiking, snowboarding, watching my son play soccer, learning to golf, wine tasting and exploring the Rogue Valley.

Kayde

Hi, my name is Kayde Johnson. I am so happy to have found my new home as part of the front staff for Summit Family Dental. I’ve always had a passion for dentistry and I’ve been in the field for eight years now. My husband and I were both born and raised in Central Oregon and moved here two years ago for my husbands career. We have three daughters, who all decided to stay in Central Oregon where they were either attending college or starting their careers. In our free time, my husband and I love to be outdoors. We spend a lot of our time at the Oregon coast, where we like to ride our four wheelers and razor at the dunes.

Nicole

Hello, I’m Nicole! After spending 14 years working in the orthodontic field, both as a clinical assistant and patient coordinator in the front office, I have decided to trade over to the general dental world. You will now find me helping patients in the front office here at Summit Family Dental Care! I am so excited to be a part of such a fun group that I have come to know over the years as a patient. My husband and I were born and raised in the Redding, CA area and have loved living in Medford since 2009. In our spare time you will likely find us with our two children, we love spending time as family doing
just about anything outdoors. I also enjoy DIY projects, crafts, and sewing when I find spare time. I am so excited for the opportunity to continue to grow within the dental field. I’m looking forward to meeting all the patients here at Summit Family Dental Care and building new relationships over the years to come!

Jessica

Hi, I’m Jessica. I am new to the dental field and so excited to be part of the Summit family!
I was born and raised in the Rogue Valley. Growing up I was active in archery, 4H, and FFA. I have been married now for 5 amazing years. My husband and I have 2 fur babies. When I’m not working I am either out trail riding or barrel racing. My husband and I also spend a lot of time camping, paddle boarding or just relaxing and bbq’ing with friends and family. I can’t wait to see where this new chapter in my life takes me! I look forward to meeting all of you!

McKennah

Hi, my name is McKennah and I am very fortunate for the opportunity to work with such a wonderful team at Summit Family Dental!
I have lived in the Rogue Valley my entire life and graduated from Logos Public Charter School in 2018. While in high school I attended Rogue
Community College to get my prerequisites for the dental assistant program. I also participated in many 4H activities including shooting sports, showing dogs, and jewelry making. I graduated from Rogue Community College in June of 2019 with my certificate in dental assisting at 19 years old. I am very excited to expand my knowledge of dentistry at Summit! In life, it’s important to enjoy your job and I can genuinely say that I do. I’m lucky to have found that at such a young age and look forward to a lifelong career in the dental field. In my free time I enjoy hiking, shooting trap, riding dirt bikes, and making jewelry!